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Engine Front Cover: Installation

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    CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean sealing surfaces. These tools cause gouges which make leak paths.
  1. Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces. Install a new gasket.
  2. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the oil pan and the engine block mating surfaces.
    Fig 1: Applying Sealant To Oil Pan And Engine Block Mating Surfaces
    G03274424Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the front cover in two places.
    Fig 2: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant To Front Cover
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  4. Install the engine front cover.
    Fig 3: Installing Engine Front Cover
    G03274426Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the coolant bypass hose clamp.
    Fig 4: Connecting Coolant Bypass Hose Clamp
    G03274427Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the lower radiator hose and clamp.
    Fig 5: Installing Lower Radiator Hose And Clamp
    G03274428Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the lower heater water hose and clamp.
    Fig 6: Installing Lower Heater Water Hose And Clamp
    G03274429Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the wiring harness and install the bolt.
    Fig 7: Positioning Wiring Harness
    G03274430Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Secure the wiring anchors.
    Fig 8: Securing Wiring Anchors
    G03274431Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 9: Connecting CKP Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03274432Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the generator mounting bracket.
    Fig 10: Installing Generator Mounting Bracket
    G03274433Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the wiring harness retainer.
    Fig 11: Installing Wiring Harness Retainer
    G03274434Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the generator wiring.
    Fig 12: Connecting Generator Wiring
    G03274435Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the drivebelt tensioner.
    Fig 13: Installing Drivebelt Tensioner
    G03274436Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the accessory bracket bolts.
    Fig 14: Installing Accessory Bracket Bolts
    G03274437Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the routing clip and bolt.
    Fig 15: Installing Routing Clip And Bolt
    G03274438Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the cylinder block cradle-to-engine front cover bolts.
    Fig 16: Installing Cylinder Block Cradle-To-Engine Front Cover Bolts
    G03274439Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. On A/C equipped vehicles, install the A/C line bracket and bolt.
    Fig 17: Installing A/C Line Bracket And Bolt
    G03274440Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    19. NOTE: Install the drain plug when finished draining.
    Fig 18: Installing Drain Plug When Finished Draining
    G03274441Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Drain the engine oil.
  20. Install crankshaft front oil seal. For additional information, refer to CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL .
  21. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
  22. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  23. Fill the engine with coolant. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
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